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Today · 57 min
'The Gilded Age' Season 4 Premiere: Rain, Bells and Ruin
Bankole, Angel & Lolade are once again bedecked in the fanciest geegaws for their return to New York high society for 'The Gilded Age' Season 4. Childbirths in Sidmouth, potential ruin in New York and a hunt for a would-be assassin, the drama™️ is back! (3:00) - Favourite Moment From the Episode (15:00) - A Sidmouth delivery (22:10) - Our Favourite Lavender Marriage (26:00) - Agnes Van Rhijn Moment of the Episode (37:00) - Jack’s visit (41:05) - The Kirkland-Scotts You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel and Lolade Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
Friday · 1 hr 17 min
The DCU Gets Freaky With 'Clayface'
Bankole, Ebuka and Oseghale are never going clubbing in Gotham again. In the meantime though, they are discussing the latest entry into the DCU, 'Clayface'. Is this the greatest comic book *adaptation*? Do we feel sorry for Matt Hagen? Would a good friend have done more to stop him? They discuss it all. (02:35) - 'Clayface' Reactions (19:40) - Matt & Caitlyn’s Relationship (34:15) - Matt’s Descent into Madness (48:30) - The End You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Guests: Oseghale Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
Tuesday · 2 hr 10 min
MCU 12: No. 3 'Avengers: Endgame' Makes It All Worth It
This one's for all the (infinity) marbles. All our guests have turned to dust, so Bankole, Ebuka and Steve are going back in time to discuss 'Avengers: Endgame', Marvel's ambitious culmination of their ambitious cinematic project. (04:20) - Why Do We Love 'Avengers: Endgame' (27:40) - Time Heist: New York/New Jersey (37:40) - Time Heist: Asgard (43:40) - Time Heist: Morag & Vormir (55:15) - Tony Stark & Steve Rogers completing their arcs (1:13:40) - Categories (1:37:30) - Film-Specific Superlatives (1:47:10) - 'Avengers Endgame: Encore’ You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Guest: Steve Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
October 23 · 1 hr 18 min
'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother', Plus We Return to the London Film Festival!
Chris returns to the podcast (like he never left!) to discuss the recently concluded London Film Festival and some of its noteworthy films that are poised to take this year's awards season by storm. Later, Bankole is joined by Oseghale to get into the katana-wielding, hadith-praying, jihad-having, 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother', starring Mahershala Ali and directed by Bassam Tariq. (01:40) - Chris's Return to the London Film Festival (04:45) - 'Wild Horse Nine' (10:50) - 'Possible Love' (13:50) - 'The Debut' (17:40) - 'Paper Tiger' (25:00) - 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother' (28:20) - Our Favourite scenes (33:40) - Discussing some criticisms (44:45) - Dissecting the end You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Chris & Oseghale Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
October 21 · 1 hr 21 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6 Finale: Moscow Rules
...Watch Your Back! Bankole, Angel & Chris are back, tissues and their finest malts in hand, to discuss the emotional and eventful season finale of 'Slow Horses' Season 6. They mourn, try to answer some questions and above all, wonder why Damien saved his best suit for his worst day. (07:50) - Responding to some YouTube Comments (09:25) - Season Finale Recap (17:10) - Events at the Safe House (28:00) - River & Frank (30:20) - Lamb in London (44:10) - River Returns Home (58:30) - Season 7's Trailer (1:09:20) - Episode Awards You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel & Chris Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
October 14 · 1 hr 36 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6, Episode 5: A Romantic Place to Die
This is a good one. To discuss this week's excellent 'Slow Horses' episode, we've flown in Ebube for what we assure him is a harmless trade that definitely won't lead to his death. The group discusses the monumental shifts in River & Sid's relationship this week, Lamb's excellent spycraft, burning questions for the finale and most importantly, just how much is rent in London? (04:30) - What Else We’re Watching (06:50) - Episode 5’s recap (10:00) - A Harrowing Cold Open (19:00) - River & Sid (37:25) - Lamb (52:40) - Safe House (1:10:30) - Awards (1:19:25) - Questions for the Finale (1:31:25) - 'CELEBRITY TRAITORS' Post-Credit You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebube Ubochi, Angel & Chris Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
October 8 · 1 hr 15 min
Tom Cruise's 'Digger' Is Divisive. What Side Are We On?
'Digger', one of the year's most anticipated films turned most divisive, is finally here. It is Tom Cruise's first wholly original film in over a decade and he teams up with four-time Academy Award winner Alejandro González Iñárritu. The film boasts a stacked cast, lavish production design and an ambitious premise. So just where in the Digger Divide do Bankole & Ayisha fall? (02:00) - 'Digger' Discussion (FULL SPOILERS) (12:50) - What is the Film About? (20:45) - The Film’s Big Reveal (37:50) - Societal Satires in 2026 (55:00) - The Critical Divide (59:50) - Our Best Scenes You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ayisha Belgore Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
October 7 · 55 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6, Episode 4: Baker, Agent 4496
Buddy System! That's the #1 rule for all spies, even when going to the little spy room. Bankole, Angel & Chris are back to discuss this week's episode of 'Slow Horses'. Can we trust Sid? Should Sid trust Diana? And does Lamb really have a heart of gold? They discuss it all, plus why this is a uniquely good episode for River. (6:25) - Episode 4 Reactions (9:15) - Chaos at the Services (18:20) - Diana (29:30) - Lamb & Frank (45:15) - Episode Awards You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel & Chris Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 30 · 1 hr 10 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6, Episode 3: A Petri Dish of Intrigue
Bankole, Angel and Chris are reminiscing about Bali as they discuss this week's episode of 'Slow Horses'. Pleasant reunions, unpleasant Lamb and an attempt to unfurl this season's mystery. We have it all. Do you want some tea? (3:25) - Responding to Listeners’ Comments (11:05) - Episode 3 Reactions (11:30) - River & Sid (23:10) - Louisa’s Return (29:25) - Lamb, Ho & Reese (33:55) - Diana & Flyte (40:00) - Plot check-in (54:00) - Episode Awards You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel & Chris Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 27 · 1 hr 12 min
'My Father’s Shadow' Arrives on Netflix, Plus Japa Diaries Speaks with Akinola Davies Jr.
Following the long-awaited arrival of the BAFTA-winning 'My Father's Shadow' on Netflix Africa, our friends from the Japa Diaries Podcast stopped by to share their interview with the film's director, Akinola Davies Jr. If you're in the United Kingdom, Canada or the USA, you can watch the film on MUBI (2:15) - What is the Japa Diaries Podcast? (5:00) - Abimisola’s ‘Japa story’ (10:05) - Spoiler-Free thoughts on 'My Father's Shadow' (17:05) - Abimisola’s TV Watchlist (21:15) - Japa Diaries' interview with Akinola Davies Jr. You can find the Japa Diaries Podcast here You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Abimisola Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 23 · 54 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6, Episode 2: Hello, River
It's an episode of returns...and we aren't just talking about Angel's. The crew gets into this week's heavy-on-the-answers episode of 'Slow Horses' Season 6. Diana's under pressure, Emma Flyte needs to drink, Standish needs to not drink and of course, the gag that was 4 years in the making. (03:45) - Episode Discussion (5:00) - Answers for Last Week’s Mysteries (24:28) - RIP Moira? (31:10) - Syd’s Return (39:45) - Ho & Standish Corners (45:55) - Episode Awards You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel & Chris Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 20 · 1 hr 24 min
'The Invite' is a Filmmaking Marvel. 1st AC, Lucas Deans tells us how they did it!
You are invited - yes, you too - to join Bankole & Ayisha as they tell you why you should run to see Olivia Wilde's excellent comedy, 'The Invite'. They then get into all the spoilers that make the Seth Rogen, Ed Norton and Penélope Cruz starrer one of the year's best films. Later, Bankole is joined by the film's 1st AC, Lucas Deans, to discuss the film's masterful camera work and his experiences working on both 'The Invite' & 'The Studio'. (1:30) - Spoiler-Free Pitch for 'The Invite' (14:20) - SPOILER WARNING (21:07) - The film's excellent performances (31:10) - Our reads of the ending (42:25) - Lucas Deans welcome to the show (43:50) - What does a 1st AC Do? (51:05) - The unique process of shooting 'The Invite' (1:09:45) - Making 'The Studio' You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ayisha Belgore Guest: Lucas Deans Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 16 · 50 min
'Slow Horses' Season 6 Premiere: Dead Horses
Someone's targeting the Slow Horses, and it's not just target practice...for dickheads. Bankole & Chris return to try to figure out what's happening while discussing the Season 6 premiere of Apple TV's 'Slow Horses'. Our friends are back! (3:55) - Season 6 Premiere (11:43) - Diana as First Desk (16:50) - Flyte & Lamb (22:45) - Lamb & River’s investigation (28:10) - Goodbye David Cartwright (36:30) - Welcome back Frank (38:45) - Categories (41:45) - Jack Lowden’s Bond rumours Read Chris' Season 6 Preview Here Read Chris' Season 6 Review Here You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Chris Connor Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
September 6 · 2 hr 26 min
MCU 12: No. 4 'Black Panther' Starts a Movement
After T'Challa's electrifying debut in 'Captain America: Civil War' (No. 6), Marvel turned to the young and exciting filmmaker, Ryan Coogler, to bring the character's debut solo film to the screen. Backed by Coogler's recurring collaborators and some of the most interesting black actors working, 'Black Panther' was released to widespread acclaim, unending box office receipts, gold statues and a legacy that will stand the test of time. (3:30) - Why we love 'Black Panther' (11:36) - The film's indelible music (23:13) - The duality of the film's perspectives (1:08:00) - Categories (2:00:40) - Film-Specific Superlatives (2:08:10) - Hype for 'Avengers: Doomsday' You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Guests: Steve & Emmanuel Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
August 23 · 1 hr 36 min
MCU 12: No. 5 'The Avengers' Changes Hollywood Forever
There was an idea...to bring together some of Earth's mightiest podcast guests so that they could podcast on the movies Bankole couldn't do alone. So, grab your shield, hammers and bloody baseball cards, and let's go back to 2012, when the limits of our fanboy imagination were comprehensively surpassed. Bankole, Ebuka, Steve & Gil have a Hulk and are eager to discuss the 2012 smash-hit and cultural redefiner, 'The Avengers'. Shawarma after. (5:20) - Why we love 'The Avengers' (13:05) - The Joss Whedon Elephant in the Room (21:12) - The Film's Legacy in 2026 (30:45) - Loki's Role (48:00) - Categories (1:26:10) - Film-Specific Superlatives (1:31:55) - Hype for 'Avengers: Doomsday' You can support us here Also available on YouTube You can find Gil here or here (for the horror fans). His infamous 'Hack the Movies' episode can be enjoyed here. Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Guests: Steve & Gil Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
August 16 · 56 min
Still Mourning ‘Mindhunter'? ‘Furious’ Is the Perfect Show for You!
Bankole & Gab are chasing down leads and running targeted searches as they discuss the merits of Hulu's sleeper great show, 'Furious'. They share why it's worth your precious summer time and compare it to clubhouse favourite, 'Mindhunter'. They then go into all the spoilers that make this such a great, albeit harrowing, watch. Hey look, they can feel their fingers again. (03:45) - Spoiler-Free Recommendation of FURIOUS (13:10) - SPOILER WARNING (14:40) - Favourite Relationship in the Show (17:45) - Favourite Character in the Show (34:35) - Who is the Title About? (38:25) - Jake Lacy's Performance as Marshall (46:10) - What could be coming You can support us here Also available on YouTube You can find Gab on YouTube, Instagram & TikTok Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Miscellaneous Gab Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
August 10 · 1 hr 26 min
'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Finale: All Falls Down
Turns out the walls did in fact come tumbling down. With a story this vast and a team this strong, 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 just had to go out with a bang, didn't it? And Ebube shows up to be king of the ashes with Afam and Soonen at his side — Team Red? For the final episode of the season, the trio evaluates the story choices that defined the season's character arcs (1:18:08), but first, they of course sift through what might just be the show's most ambitious battle till date: The Treasons at Tumbleton (50:18). Before that though, they run through Rhaenyra's rap sheet (22:20), praise Tom Glynn-Carney's comedic genius (1:41), rue Ulf's decisions (38:12), and get into whole lot more. We are SO gonna miss this show, man. You can support us here. Also available on YouTube. Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
August 6 · 1 hr 30 min
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Delivers a Brand New Spider-Man?
Plus a whole lot of Spider-Depression! Bankole's arachnoid genes are mutating. Before he goes full spider though, Oseghale & Tateyana have joined him to discuss Tom Holland's latest spider-romp, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Should Spider-Man be tipped? Was Magneto correct? Where does this rank in the Spider-Man franchise? They attempt to answer all that and more, while hopefully not creating the bane of mutant existence *cough* *cough*! (05:05) - General Thoughts on The Film (36:15) - Sadie Sink’s Presence (49:25) - The Wider Marvel Universe's Role (1:08:13) - Damage Control's Future & Peter Parker as Oppenheimer? You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Oseghale and Tateyana Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
August 3 · 1 hr 25 min
'House of the Dragon' Season 3, Episode 7: DragonBall Super
Okay so... What are we actually doing here? In light of a semi-baffling narrative reversal in the way of character competence — plot coherence too perhaps — Ebube invites Afam and Soonen for some much needed analysis, and to figure out if 'House of the Dragon' still knows what it's doing this season They start by discussing Aegon’s new path to resurrection (2:27) and proceed to dissect the episode’s themes as well as litigate Rhaenyra’s competence as a ruler (21:15) and give Mysaria a quarterly review she might not like (26:16). They of course also try to make sense of the generational dragon mosh pit that left them with several questions (31:11), before trying to decipher Helaena’s dreams (1:00:34) and watch the weird inhabitants of Tumbleton at work (1:09:12). Does this penultimate episode work? You can support us here. Also available on YouTube. Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
July 29 · 1 hr 43 min
MCU 12: No. 6 'Captain America: Civil War' makes the MCU (and its fans) choose sides
Fresh off the heels of the success of 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier', Marvel quickly announced that the Russo Brothers would be returning to helm the next film in the Captain America franchise. What then followed was a series of announcements that gradually sent its fandom into a shared delirium. Robert Downey Jr would be reprising his role as Iron Man...this time as an antagonist. The film would loosely adapt the famed Civil War storyline. The Black Panther would be making his MCU debut in the film. Then the big one: Marvel had reached a deal with Sony Studios for part ownership of the most important character in their expansive roster. Spider-Man would be making his MCU debut in the film, played by relative up-and-comer Tom Holland. It was a lot to whet a fan's appetite, but it also raised slight concerns that maybe they were, quite literally, writing cheques that their mouths couldn't cash. Well, 10 years on, did they cash that cheque? Is 'Captain America: Civil War' one of the best MCU films? Would Steve & Natasha be part of the KKK? SOMEHOW we answer all of this and more on this chaotic episode that does threaten to incite our own Civil War. (3:00) - Why we like (and hate) 'Captain America: Civil War' (19:05) - The Accords (38:00) - Do we hold Bucky accountable? (43:15) - T’Challa & Spidey’s MCU Introductions (1:00:00) - Categories (1:24:30) - Film-specific superlatives (1:38:10) - Hope for 'Avengers: Doomsday' You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Guests: Steve & Zikora Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede

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